Corporate sector insights covering business strategies, governance, finance, taxation, and regulatory developments shaping company performance.
Honda Atlas Cars Pakistan reports tax contingencies exceeding Rs17 billion amid ongoing legal battles with tax authorities
KARACHI: Honda Atlas Cars (Pakistan) Limited has disclosed tax contingencies exceeding Rs17 billion in disputes with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), according to its Annual Report 2026.
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Discovery at Bobi Deep-1 well expected to boost domestic hydrocarbon reserves and strengthen Pakistan’s energy security
Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has announced a significant oil and gas discovery in Sindh’s Sanghar district, a development that could strengthen Pakistan’s domestic energy resources and support efforts to reduce reliance on imported fuels.
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Online registrations account for 99.9% of incorporations as corporate sector expansion continues
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registered 3,161 new companies in May 2026, demonstrating continued growth in the country’s corporate sector despite a reduced number of working days due to Eid-ul-Adha holidays.
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Proposed capital raising to support working capital needs and partially fund acquisition-related obligations
Supernet Technologies Limited plans to raise up to Rs914.77 million through a potential right issue of ordinary shares, seeking to strengthen its financial position, support future projects and partially finance a strategic acquisition, according to a notice submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).
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Disclosure reveals stake transfer resulted from loan collateral enforcement rather than a market transaction
TRG Pakistan Limited said on Monday that a 14.92% stake recently acquired by JS Bank Limited originated from shares pledged by former TRG founder Zia Chishti as collateral against a personal loan, shedding light on one of the largest recent share transfers in the company.
(more…)JS Bank raises combined holding in TRG Pakistan to over 29% after acquiring additional shares through enforcement of security.
JS Bank Limited has increased its shareholding in TRG Pakistan Limited to more than 29% after acquiring nearly 15% additional shares at Rs62.92 per share, according to information disclosed to the Pakistan Stock Exchange on Friday.
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Bata Pakistan says consolidation of Lahore manufacturing operations aims to improve efficiency, reduce costs and support export growth
Bata Pakistan Limited on Friday announced plans to consolidate its manufacturing operations into a single integrated production facility at Batapur, Lahore, as part of a broader strategy to improve operational efficiency and optimise production costs.
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Symmetry Group says US acquisition of Logo Design Guru completed, aiming to expand digital services portfolio and international footprint
Symmetry Group Limited on Thursday announced it has completed the acquisition of US-based technology firm Logo Design Guru, in a move aimed at expanding its international digital services portfolio.
(more…)Profit rises 19% as higher gross margins, other income lift earnings; board approves Rs9 cash dividend
KARACHI – Honda Atlas Cars Pakistan Limited reported a 19% rise in annual after-tax profit on Tuesday, supported by stronger gross margins and higher other income, according to a filing with the Pakistan Stock Exchange.
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Pakistani textile manufacturer cites raw material shortages and delayed cotton imports
Idrees Textile Mills Limited on Monday said it would scale back production activities for at least four weeks due to shortages of imported raw materials linked to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.
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